HC Strikes Down Customary Law Restricting Widow's Property Rights
Punjab and Haryana High Court declares Riwaj-i-Am customary law unconstitutional for curtailing widow's property alienation rights based on gender, upholding constitutional equality.
Category : Law & Order
WB Warehouse Fire Probe Finds No Safety Systems, 8 Dead
West Bengal Fire Services minister Sujit Bose reveals preliminary investigation into South 24 Parganas warehouse fire that killed 8 people found units lacked basic safety measures. Police case to be filed.
SC Declines Plea on VIP Darshan at Mahakaleshwar Temple
The Supreme Court refused to entertain a petition challenging VIP entry to the sanctum sanctorum of Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar Temple, stating that in Mahakal's presence, nobody is VIP.
Kerala Man Kills Relative in Fake Suicide Pact, Arrested
A shocking case from Kerala reveals a man who murdered his relative after pretending to agree to a suicide pact, then staged the scene to look like an accident. Police investigation uncovered the truth.
Orissa HC: No Licence to Violate Woman's Body in Rape Case
Orissa High Court upholds rape conviction, rejecting defence based on survivor's character. Court emphasizes every woman's right to privacy and dignity, regardless of background.
Kolkata Fire Deaths Rise to 8, Bodies Charred Beyond Recognition
The death toll in the massive Kolkata warehouse fire has risen to eight, with bodies severely charred. Minister Sujit Bose visited the site, promising action if the firm operated illegally.
SC to Observe Silence on Jan 30 for Freedom Fighters
The Supreme Court of India will observe a two-minute silence at 11 am on January 30, 2026, to honour martyrs of India's freedom struggle, continuing an annual tradition on Martyrs' Day.
Gauhati HC Doubles Rape Survivor Compensation, Dismisses Appeal
The Gauhati High Court has enhanced compensation to Rs 10 lakh for a rape survivor, dismissing the accused's appeal and noting that Aadhaar card discrepancy arguments backfired. The court emphasized sustained abuse impact.
Varanasi Man Kills Friend Over Meat Trick, Arrested
Varanasi Police arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly killing his friend who tricked him into eating suspected cow meat, leading to humiliation and revenge.
Nepal Jail Escapee Caught in Gujarat After Gen Z Protests
Dharmesh Chunara, an Indian prisoner who escaped from a Nepal jail during last year's Gen Z anti-government protests, has been detained by Ahmedabad police on drug charges.
SC Rejects Plea Against VIP Darshan at Mahakaleshwar Temple
The Supreme Court has dismissed a petition challenging the VIP darshan system at Ujjain's Mahakaleshwar temple, stating it's a matter for temple administration to decide.
SC Petition Challenges UGC's 2026 Caste Discrimination Rules
A new plea filed in the Supreme Court contests the 2026 UGC regulations' definition of caste discrimination, arguing it creates an unconstitutional hierarchy of protection.
Two Tribal Girls Gang-Raped in Jharkhand's Giridih
In a shocking incident in Jharkhand's Giridih district, two tribal girls were allegedly gang-raped. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the heinous crime.
Jharkhand Industrialist's Son Rescued After 2-Week Abduction
Kairav Gandhi, son of prominent industrialist Devang Gandhi, has been successfully recovered by police in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, following a two-week abduction ordeal that began in Adityapur.
Cylinder Blast in Mumbai's Malad Injures 7 in Malvani Chawl Fire
A cylinder explosion caused a major fire in Mumbai's Malad area, injuring seven people. The blast occurred in Malvani chawl due to a gas leak, with victims hospitalized for burn injuries.
Kolkata Fire Kills 7, 21 Missing in Warehouse Blaze
A devastating fire at a warehouse complex in Nazirabad, Kolkata, has claimed seven lives with 21 workers missing. The blaze, fueled by flammable materials, trapped sleeping migrant laborers.
Kolkata Fire Kills 7, 21 Missing in Warehouse Blaze
A devastating fire at a warehouse complex in Nazirabad, Kolkata, has claimed seven lives with 21 workers missing. The blaze engulfed units storing flammable materials, trapping sleeping migrant laborers.
2 BPO Employees Die in Udupi Boat Capsize During Republic Day Weekend
Two BPO employees from Mysuru died after a tourist boat capsized near Malpe beach in Karnataka's Udupi district during Republic Day weekend. Witnesses reported not all passengers were wearing lifejackets despite availability.
Jamshedpur Industrialist's Son Rescued in Police Operation
Kairav Gandhi, son of industrialist Devang Gandhi, was rescued from Hazaribag district after being kidnapped on January 13. Police conducted extensive raids across Jharkhand, Bihar, and Odisha following a ₹5 crore ransom demand.
SC Criticizes Telangana HC Over Petition Dismissal
The Supreme Court has termed the Telangana High Court's dismissal of a SARFAESI Act petition as 'unjust and unprecedented,' criticizing its Registry for overstepping judicial boundaries.
SC Upholds 498A, Rejects Gender-Neutral Petition
Supreme Court refuses to interfere with Section 498A constitutionality, emphasizing protection for genuine domestic cruelty victims despite misuse concerns. Bench dismisses petition seeking gender-neutral guidelines.
Mumbai: Man Linked to BMC Polls Contestant Stabbed 22 Times
Mumbai police arrested six individuals for the brutal murder of Shankar Prasad Yadav, who was stabbed 22 times in Bhandup. The victim had multiple FIRs against him and was allegedly involved in extortion activities.
Pune Mother Murders Son, Stabs Daughter in Domestic Dispute
A woman in Pune's Wagholi allegedly murdered her 11-year-old son and critically injured her 13-year-old daughter with a sharp knife following a domestic dispute.
Four Dead in Udhampur Bus Accident on Jammu-Srinagar Highway
A tragic accident in Udhampur district claimed four lives, including a CRPF jawan, when a bus lost control and collided with a parked load carrier and motorcycle on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway.
Ratlam Village Boycotts Families Over Love Marriages
A village panchayat in Ratlam's Piploda tehsil has ordered a complete social and economic boycott of families whose children choose love marriages, sparking legal and administrative intervention.
MP HC: No Sympathetic Exceptions in Recruitment Process
Madhya Pradesh High Court dismisses scheduled tribe aspirant's plea for late document submission, emphasizing that recruitment deadlines are not flexible for individual hardships.
HC Boosts Compensation to Rs 9.16 Cr for Disabled Lawyer
The Punjab and Haryana High Court enhanced compensation from Rs 52 lakh to Rs 9.16 crore for a lawyer with 100% disability, emphasizing that compensation must address future medical needs and acknowledge profound suffering.
Youth Attacks Mother with Cleaver in Nuh Over Relationship
A 20-year-old man allegedly attacked his mother with a cleaver in Nuh's Pingwan area, driven by anger over her relationship with another man. The woman was critically injured but stable, with police conducting raids to trace the accused.
Bengaluru Engineer Kills Friend After Cricket Match Brawl
A software engineer in Bengaluru has been arrested for allegedly murdering his friend after a drunken altercation following a cricket tournament. Dashcam footage has emerged as crucial evidence in the case.
Agra HR Manager Murdered, Beheaded by Lover
A 32-year-old HR manager in Agra was brutally murdered, beheaded, and dismembered by her lover, who dumped her body near Yamuna river bridge. Police have arrested the accused.
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